Laboratory Technician Assistant
Bethesda, MD 
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Job Description
Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Location: Bethesda, MD 20892
Duration: 3 Years with possible extension
Shift: Up to 40 Hour/Week  
Onsite: Yes

Job Description:
  • Plans, executes, and arranges laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and perform laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.
  • Operate laboratory equipment; prepares specimens and equipment for use, performs minor/preventive maintenance; updates staff on equipment problems, all issues and requirements.
  • Collect, prepare, and manage samples.
  • Analyzes, documentation on procedures with detailed reporting for use by senior staff.
  • Provids laboratory experience needed to order, maintain and sterilize laboratory supplies .
  • Maintains the inventory of laboratory supplies and initiates purchase orders.
  • Advises staff in performing routine laboratory tests and procedures.       
Min Education:
  • Bachelor's          
Certifications & Licenses:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or other related field.
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in Life Sciences.
Field of Study:
  • Biology.
  • Genetics.
  • Physiology.
Require Skills:
  • Experience working with lab equipment.
  • Performing biological research.
  • Knowledge in managing hazardous waste.
Operates laboratory machines and instruments; and prepares specimens and equipment for use.
  • Performs sample management and storage.
  • Work with staff to implement storage and distribution of biological samples for future scientific research.
  • Retrieve, catalog and process samples including but not limited to blood and tumor tissue.
  • Store new samples, update database, retrieve samples with proper authorization.
  • Perform quality control procedures necessary to ensure the accuracy of each test system, sample processing, storage and inventory of samples.
  • Maintain inventory system and sample storage according to outlined guidelines.

Analyzes, documents and reports on all procedures performed.
  • Update and maintain written laboratory record of the work.
  • Collect and enter research data into laboratory notebooks and databases.
  • Assemble, manipulate and format test results.
  • Maintain and update laboratory notebooks and databases; and enter experimental data into spreadsheet and conduct statistical analysis.
  • Collect data and prepare for analysis and interpretation.
  • Work with staff on the maintenance of laboratory logs and databases.
  • Analyze, summarize and interpret data obtained from research studies; evaluate for completeness and validity.
  • Interpret results of initial analysis to reveal conclusions and shortcomings.
  • Convey and discuss research results with team lab members.
Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies.
  • Ensure that supplies and consumables are ready and on hand as necessary for maximum efficiency in the laboratory.
  • Cleans and sterilizes instruments, glassware and equipment.
  • Clean glassware and microscopic slides.
  • Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment such as glasses, metal instruments, sinks, tables and test panels.
  • Ensure that adequate clean inventory is available for immediate usage.
Plan execute and arrange laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.
  • Perform fundamental procedures required for research projects.
  • Perform routine analysis and tests on specimens in the laboratory.
  • Perform experiments on samples according to protocols.
  • Perform routine experiments and tests; follow established procedures and protocols.
  • Perform routine experiments and tests, including tissue culture, cell separation, protein, and quantitative and qualitative analysis. qualitative analysis.
  • Plan and execute experiments for in vitro and in vivo studies, including cell culture, Western blotting and immunofluorescence/immunohistochemistry.
Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and initiates purchase orders.
  • Performs routine equipment maintenance.
  • Plan execute and arrange laboratory experiments, new techniques and procedures; and performs laboratory techniques relating to scientific research.
  • Analyzes, documents and reports on all procedures performed and produces detailed reports for use by senior staff.
  • Performs advanced equipment maintenance.
  • Monitor equipment performance and maintenance schedules.
  • Perform regularly scheduled maintenance on and generate maintenance reports for equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
  • Monitor and maintain contracts for laboratory equipment and monitor equipment performance and maintenance schedule.
Trains staff in performing routine laboratory tests and procedures.
  • Provide technical help and expertise to lab members.
  • Train new staff on the use, calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
  • Train new laboratory members in the correct use of equipment, application of techniques and laboratory protocols.

About our Company: -

22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.

Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.
“22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer" and “US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply."

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

 

Contact Information
Sandeep Gill |Hiring Manager sandeepg@tscti.com |O: 804-372-0705 Ext. 2130 |Cell: 804-429-3261
Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
Pay Rate Range: $55k to $60k/
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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